8x or 10x magnification. a bit lost.
• I want to buy my first binoculars but don't know which one to choose. ultimately i don't know what to choose between 8x and 10x because i don't have any experience ir knowledge.
Im looking at 8x32 the SVbony SV202 ("upgraded") and at 10x42 the Bushnell H2O.
• Main uses would be: to bring to the forest and to see landscapes. even more so when travelling (especially the sea and mountains). also curious about bird and sky watching but ive never done it. i know different uses call for different specs, but I’m not sure how significant the trade-offs are. for example how much of a drawback is 10x magnification in a forest and so on
• The SVbony seems highly recommended for it's price range and more polyvalent but I don't want to spend 100€ and feel like im missing out because i don't have 10x magnification.
• I wear glasses.
all roof prism and BaK-4 so it's my understanding that they have somewhat similar optics quality.
i don't need the waterproofing.
the SVbony and the h2o are both ~100€
the Bushnell is 907 Grams according to the company amazon page and 629,3g according to the company website.
these are just the models that i found in my price range (~90€) there is a lot out there its confusing.
• How do the older h2O (third picture) compare today and is it a good deal slightly cheaper? also just saw the Bushnell H2O 8x42m at 67€ good deal or pass? this may be the best deal for me if 8x is enough.
is shaking really a problem? i get the impression that some say it's not a big deal and mostly a skill issue.
is bird watching the strongest argument for 8x? it's not that important to me.
any advice and feedback appreciated thanks:)